Description of Aid Programs

There are various types of financial aid available to Undergraduate and Graduate students at the
University of Maryland. These types of aid can be classified as either need based or non-need based.
Need based aid generally means that you and your family are not able to cover educational expenses. Non-need based aid generally refers to aid that you receive based on some merit or qualification.

Each aid program is unique and has different eligibility requirements and requirements may change over time. Please contact us if you have a question.

In addition to the different aid programs, you may want to consider a Payment Plan through the
Office of the Bursar.